Valentino Rossi put in the top time during free practice at Catalunya.

Dani Pedrosa took his second consecutive pole position of the season at Catalunya, breaking Casey Stoner's best lap record in the process.

Suzuki confirmed it would rejoin the MotoGP paddock starting in 2015, the Japanese marque testing at Catalunya following Sunday's GP race.

Repsol Honda's Technical Director, Takeo Yokoyama, took time to present the 2014 RC213V prototype machine during a test day at Motorland Aragon.

Marc Marquez testing the 2014 prototype RC213V at Aragon.

Dorna announced the launch of its 2014 Asia Talent Cup at Assen - the new series utilizing Moto3 machinery and aimed at developing Asian riders for the Grand Prix grid.

Stefan Bradl testing at the Termas de Rio Hondo circuit in Argentina.

Jorge Lorenzo retired from Round 8 at Sachsenring after a high-side crash in practice saw him re-injure his broken collarbone.

Jorge Lorenzo will attempt to return to action at Laguna Seca less than a week after a second shoulder surgery to repair his broken collarbone.

Ben Spies will return to MotoGP action at Indianapolis.

Repsol Honda's Marc Marquez reflects on his experience in MotoGP through the first half of his rookie season, which includes three race wins and podiums in all but one race.

Moto2 rider Pol Espargaro will move up to the premier class in 2014 with the Tech 3 Yamaha team.

Casey Stoner back on a MotoGP machine during testing at Motegi.

Casey Stoner during the first day of testing at Motegi, where he'll provide input on the 2014 prototype.

Casey Stoner during his second day of testing at Twin Ring Motegi.

"We had a productive day in general and thankfully the test plan wasn't too hectic, so we were able to get most of it done today, after yesterday's washout," said Stoner after his second day of testing at Motegi.

Randy de Puniet during the second day of testing at Twin Ring Motegi.

The Suzuki MotoGP Test Team assessed two chassis configurations at Motegi, choosing one for further development during the next test at Misano in September.

Marc Marquez is in the midst of a breakout rookie GP season, but will his points lead hold as Jorge Lorenzo and Dani Pedrosa heal from their injuries?

Stefan Bradl will remain with LCR Honda MotoGP through the 2014 season.

Dorna CEO Carmelo Ezpeleta met with Brazilian officials to announce plans for a MotoGP round in Brazil during the 2014 season.